I’m pretty sure it isn’t the weather that’s causing the scum to rise, I’m just not sure what is.

Two black firefighters at a downtown Jacksonville fire station reported finding hangman’s nooses on their gear when they arrived at work Friday morning.

The fire station has been shut down and Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton has asked the city’s Human Rights Commission and the General Counsel’s Office to investigate. Nooses are often used by racists to intimidate blacks because of their connection to lynching.

“These actions are morally reprehensible and I have requested an immediate investigation of the incident by all necessary and appropriate parties,” Peyton said in a statement released by his office.

“I also want to express my personal sympathy and concern to the fine firefighters who were victimized in this way. This type of behavior does not represent our city or our fire department will not be tolerated,” Peyton said.

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